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Rat droppings at Taqueria Food Patrol previously busted with roaches
MERCEDES, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, the Food Patrol is exposing dirty secrets kitchens don’t want you to see. We got rats and mountains of proof they left behind. While one taqueria has some of the most egregious violations, we stopped at a...
Three decomposed bodies found inside Brownsville apartment
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Three bodies in a “high state of decomposition” were found inside a Brownsville apartment Wednesday morning, police announced. Officers with Brownsville PD responded to the Conquistador Apartments at approximately 9:12 a.m. to find a strong foul odor was detected from inside one the units. Police entered the apartment and located three […]
San Benito Police investigate auto-pedestrian accident
SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — San Benito Police are investigating an auto-pedestrian accident at the 2300 block of Expressway 83. Around 5:47 a.m. Thursday, police said a man with visible injuries was transported to an area hospital. According to authorities, the driver involved did remain at the scene. The case is under investigation.
RGV set to sizzle, triple digit heat expected
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Triple digit heat will bake the Valley Thursday, pushing daytime high temperatures past 100 for everyone except those along the coast. A heat advisory will be in effect from 1 pm until 7 pm Thursday for inland Cameron and Willacy counties. Sun and southerly winds...
Brownsville officer recovering from non-life threatening injuries after being shot
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A Brownsville police officer is recovering from non-life threatening injuries after being shot in the chest late Wednesday night. The shooting happened at approximately 10:02 p.m. when patrol officers responded to the 0 block of Coahuila Court for a call about an open door.
Man transported to hospital after Willacy County wind turbine accident
WILLACY COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — One person was transported to the hospital after an accident with a wind turbine, authorities say. The incident happened off of FM 1018 and FM 507 in Willacy County. The Willacy County Sheriff’s Office said it was a workplace incident. The victim was identified as a man. More information will […]
RGV Humane Society to host vaccine clinics
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Rio Grande Valley Humane Society hosts monthly community clinics for RGV residents. According to RGVHS, they provide discounted vaccinations and medications for both cats and dogs. Pets must be present for medications to be distributed or vaccinations administered. These clinics are pre-registration only. Registration starts at least two weeks before the event. There are two […]
San Benito gives city manager 3-year, $150,000 contract
SAN BENITO — Closing a six-month probationary period, City Manager Fred Sandoval’s landing a three-year contract along with a $15,000 raise. Earlier this week, city commissioners met with Sandoval in closed session, extending his one-year contract to three years while bumping his salary from $135,000 to $150,000. On...
Harlingen High School raises awareness on commencement behavior
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District in partnership with the District Attorney’s Office is reminding students and parents of proper graduation conduct. High school graduation is right around the corner and ceremonies will be taking place across the Valley. School districts are reminding parents and students of how to behave at commencement […]
Harlingen Chamber of Commerce presents annual Margarita Fest
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Margarita Fest on June 22. According to the chamber, Harlingen’s finest bars and restaurants will showcase their signature margaritas in a competition for the title of Best Margarita. The winner will also receive a $1,000 check along with bragging rights. In addition […]
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